
Description
Vintage Kalamkari blue with flowers textile from India.
Hand blocked vegetable and iron oxide dyes on cotton.
The fabric is printed using patterned wooden stamps.
Made in India, circa 1970
Qalamkari literally "pen-workmanship," are block-printed and hand-painted cotton textiles that are used for wall-hangings, bed-coverings, table-coverings and other functions.
Kalamkari is a form of Persian woodblock printed textile that originates from Esfahan in central Iran over 400 years ago.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear consistent with age and use.
Excellent.
Dimensions:
Height: 93 in.
Width: 81 in.
Depth: 0.1 in.
Category: Quilts
Origin: India
Materials: Cotton, Fabric, Iron, Paint
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Hand blocked vegetable and iron oxide dyes on cotton.
The fabric is printed using patterned wooden stamps.
Made in India, circa 1970
Qalamkari literally "pen-workmanship," are block-printed and hand-painted cotton textiles that are used for wall-hangings, bed-coverings, table-coverings and other functions.
Kalamkari is a form of Persian woodblock printed textile that originates from Esfahan in central Iran over 400 years ago.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear consistent with age and use.
Excellent.
Dimensions:
Height: 93 in.
Width: 81 in.
Depth: 0.1 in.
Category: Quilts
Origin: India
Materials: Cotton, Fabric, Iron, Paint
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear consistent with age and use.
Excellent.
Excellent.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Kalamari Blue Textile From India
Estimate $550-$980
Starting Price
$550
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